Cascade Kingdom: Difference between revisions

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|subtitle=Land of Waterfalls and Natural Treasures

|temperature=Average 84°F (29°C)

|first_appearance=''[[Super Mario Odyssey]]'' ([[List of games by date#2017|2017]])

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==Concept and creation==

To give the impression that there was going to be a magnificent adventure, Fossil Falls was designed with impressive elements such as a spreading blue sky, a huge waterfall, and a [[T-Rex]].<ref name="Concept">[https://twitter.com/mario_odysseyJP/status/993971052077297665 Post about the concept art of Fossil Falls from the official Japanese ''Super Mario Odyssey'' Twitter account]. Retrieved May 9, 2018.</ref> The main differences between the concept art and the final design lie in the sleeping T-Rex wearing a red top hat and the presence of [[wikipedia:Pterasaur|pterasaur]]s flying in the sky.

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==Brochure details==

[[File:SMO Cascade Brochure A.png|thumb|left|150px|''See the rainbow?'']]

''There are many waterfalls in the Cascade Kingdom, but the area known as Fossil Falls is a special one.''

[[File:SMO Cascade Brochure B.png|thumb|200px|''Like a huge axe planted in the ground.'']]

''The stone spire standing near the great falls has miraculously remained balanced upright in this position, presumably for eons.''

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''No ordinary cliff face, this structure was carved out painstakingly over many long years by people unknown. The wall is composed mainly of fossils, and evidence suggests it has been broken many times, causing some to suggest that [[8-Bit Pipe|something]] is buried inside. Visitors are encouraged to explore the mysteries surrounding the Great Barrier, if they dare.''

''The biggest draw for tourists to this area is that dinosaurs still live here. Many people willingly put themselves at considerable risk for a glimpse of the ancient "terrible lizards."''

[[File: SMO Cascade Brochure F.png|thumb|left|150px|''Old, but not as ancient as its surroundings.'']]

''No one knows how a Bonneton-style structure got buried here. Bonneters travel often, so they may have lived here in the past. It is a helpful landmark if you get lost, though.''

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[[File: SMO Cascade Brochure C.png|thumb|left|50px]]

''If you look closely at the stone walls, you will notice fossils mixed in. Think of it as nature's mosaic, and remember it always.''

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[[File: SMO Cascade Brochure G.png|thumb|350px]]

#''Experience the glory of nature with the eye-popping Great Falls.''

#''See dinosaurs, prehistoric rulers of a bygone age.''

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[[File:SMO Cascade Brochure Map Update.png|thumb|left|250px]]

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==Checkpoint Flag locations==

===Waterfall Basin/Odyssey===

This is the starting area of the kingdom where Mario finds himself after leaving the [[Cap Kingdom]]. During later visits, the [[Odyssey]] lands in this area. Initially, there is a [[Checkpoint Flag]] in this area, which [[Missable content|permanently vanishes]] in later visits since it is replaced with the one on the Odyssey. South of the Checkpoint Flag, on a small ledge overlooking the [[pit|abyss]], are three regional coins. Nearby is a [[pole]] Mario can climb, with a [[spark pylon]] on top. A [[Mysterious Cloud]] is also nearby.

|SpaE=Base de la catarata

|SpaEM=Waterfall Basin

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===Stone Bridge===

At the north end of the map is a stone bridge where many [[Burrbo]]s spawn. [[Mario]] may reach this area by moving along platforms attached to a wall on the side, where he may find a few [[regional coin]]s along the way. To provide a shortcut, he may [[capture]] either a [[Big Chain Chomp]] or [[T-Rex]] to demolish the rubble in the way. Near the [[Checkpoint Flag]] for this area is a small circle of sprouts with a sign providing information on how to perform a [[Cap Throw|Spin Throw]], which can be used to turn the sprouts into flowers, revealing a [[heart (item)|heart]]. To the right of the Checkpoint Flag is a narrow ledge leading to the entrance of a secret area, although it is blocked off by a boulder during Mario's first visit.

|SpaE=Puente de Piedra

|SpaEM=Stone Bridge

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===Top of the Big Stump===

On top of a high ledge next to the [[Odyssey]]'s original location is a tree stump with a Checkpoint Flag on it overlooking an area with [[Chain Chomp]]s and a [[Big Chain Chomp]]. It can be accessed normally once Mario [[capture]]s a Chain Chomp to destroy some [[Rock Block]]s blocking the [[Warp Pipe]] leading to the area. There are four [[regional coin]]s nearby as well as the [[List of Power Moons in the Cascade Kingdom#Above a High Cliff|Above a High Cliff]] [[Power Moon]] and a [[Warp Door]] leading to the Dinosaur Nest bonus area.

|SpaE=El gran tocón

|SpaEM=The Big Stump

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===Fossil Falls Heights===

This Checkpoint Flag is found at the summit of Fossil Falls. For the most part, Fossil Falls Heights is made up of two small platforms with a short bridge connecting them. On one side, there are two [[Chain Chomp]]s, a [[Checkpoint Flag]], and a pole [[Cappy]] suggest Mario climb up. Mario must capture one of the Chain Chomps to fling them at the rubble blocking off the other side, where Madame Broode is then fought. A number of [[Power Moon]]s can be found on this side, though not until future visits. Power Moon #8: Across the Floating Isles appears next to the summit. A scarecrow also appears in the area where Madame Broode is battled. Tossing Cappy onto it activates Cascade Kingdom Timer Challenge 2, where Mario must perform two [[Triple Jump]]s to reach a Power Moon at the top. A piece of [[Hint Art]] in the [[Dark Side]] depicts [[Poochy]] buring a Power Moon somewhere in the Cascade Kingdom. This Power Moon can be found buried in the outer edge of the arena.

|SpaE=Sobre el Salto del Fósil

|SpaEM=Above Fossil Falls

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===Island in the Sky===

This island is found above the main part of the Cascade Kingdom. It can be accessed using a [[painting]] found in either the [[Snow Kingdom]] or the [[Seaside Kingdom]], depending on which kingdom the player chooses to go to first. Located on the island is the [[List of Power Moons in the Cascade Kingdom#Secret Path to Fossil Falls!|Secret Path to Fossil Falls!]] [[Power Moon]].

|SpaE=Islote en el cielo

|SpaEM=Islet in the Sky

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Big Chain Chomp Icon SMO.png|[[Big Chain Chomp]]

Burrbo Icon SMO.png|[[Burrbo]]s

SMO 8bit Goomba.gif|8-bit [[Goomba]]s

SMO 8bit Koopa Troopa.gif|8-bit [[Koopa Troopa]]s*

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|{{anchor|Caveman Headwear}}''Primitive plumbers fashioned these from the skulls of [[Parabones]].''

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|Required for "Caveman Cave-Fan"

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|{{anchor|Caveman Outfit}}''Early adventurers wore these outfits for maximum freedom of movement, if not maximum warmth.''

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|{{anchor|T-Rex Model}}''This dino's pose is so impressively lifelike, you can almost hear it roar!''

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|{{anchor|Triceratops Trophy}}''A replica of a real dinosaur fossil from the Cascade Kingdom. Hang this on a wall, and it'll completely transform a room!''

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|{{anchor|Cascade Kingdom Sticker}}''A sticker inspired by the T-Rex.''

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|''A Power Moon that was dug up from the Fossil Falls.''

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|Spa=Reino de las Cataratas

|SpaM=Waterfalls Kingdom

|Ger=Kaskadenland

|GerM=Cascade Country

|Jap=ダイナフォー

|JapR=Daina Fō

|Spa=Salto del Fósil

|SpaM=Fossil Waterfalls<br>A play on "{{wp|Angel Falls|Salto del Ángel}}" (Angel Falls in English)

|Ger=Fossilfälle

|GerM=Fossil Falls

==Trivia==

*Thematically, the Cascade Kingdom may have potentially been influenced by the 1990 science fiction novel ''[[wikipedia:Jurassic Park (novel)|Jurassic Park]]''. Similar to the Cascade Kingdom, the novel takes places on a lush, Latin American island inhabited by dinosaurs. The [[T-Rex]]'s design is reminiscent of the ''Tyrannosaurus rex'' from the [[wikipedia:Jurassic Park (film)|film adaptation]] of ''Jurassic Park'', rather than to what the animal might have actually looked like.<ref name=Inverse>Jacqueline Ronson. (May 20, 2016). [https://www.inverse.com/article/15906-the-tyrannosaurus-rex-had-lips-and-i-probably-didn-t-roar The Tyrannosaurus Rex Had Lips and It Probably Didn't Roar]. ''Inverse''. Retrieved January 5, 2018.</ref>

==References==

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